2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina D3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina D3 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2007 Alpina D3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina D3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Alpina | Alpina |
| Model | D3 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
